Keokuk Police Identify Woman Found Dead on Sidewalk

Authorities say investigation remains ongoing, criminal charges not ruled out

Published on Feb. 3, 2026

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The Keokuk Police Department has identified a woman found dead on a sidewalk in the 1300 block of South Seventh Street on Saturday morning. Police Chief Zeth Baum identified the woman as 35-year-old Danielle Renea Clark of Keokuk. Officers were dispatched to the area around 8:05 a.m. after receiving a report of an unresponsive woman lying on the sidewalk.

Why it matters

This incident raises concerns about public safety in the Keokuk community and the need for a thorough investigation to determine the cause of death and whether any criminal activity was involved.

The details

According to police, officers arrived about a minute later and found Clark on the ground with no signs of life. Authorities reported there were no visible external injuries that appeared life-threatening. Baum said the investigation remains ongoing and that criminal charges have not been ruled out.

  • Officers were dispatched to the area around 8:05 a.m. on Saturday, February 3, 2026.
  • Baum identified the woman on Monday, February 5, 2026.

The players

Zeth Baum

Keokuk Police Chief.

Danielle Renea Clark

A 35-year-old woman from Keokuk found dead on a sidewalk.

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What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.